Blur Faces in CapCut: A Quick & Easy Tutorial

Updated at: 01/07/2025

Need to protect someone's privacy in your next video? CapCut makes blurring faces incredibly easy! This quick tutorial will guide you through the simple steps, from selecting the blur tool to customizing the blur intensity. No prior video editing experience is needed. Learn how to effortlessly blur faces in CapCut and create respectful, privacy-conscious content in minutes. Let's get started!

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Apply Blur Effect

    • Tap the 'effects' option at the bottom of the CapCut screen.
    • Tap on 'video effects'.
    • Search for and select the 'blur' effect.
    • Adjust the blur strength using the slider.
    Adjust the blur strength using the slider. Adjust the blur strength using the slider. Adjust the blur strength using the slider.
    Apply Blur Effect
    • Drag the blur layer onto your video timeline.
    Drag the blur layer onto your video timeline.
    Apply Blur Effect

  2. Add and Adjust Overlay

    • Go to the 'overlay' option in your timeline and add the same video clip.
    • Zoom in on the overlayed clip to fill the frame.
    Zoom in on the overlayed clip to fill the frame. Zoom in on the overlayed clip to fill the frame.
    Add and Adjust Overlay

  3. Mask the Blur

    • Select the second video (overlay) at the bottom.
    • Find the 'mask' option and select the circle mask.
    • Click the 'invert' option to reverse the mask.
    • Resize and position the circle mask over the face.
    Resize and position the circle mask over the face. Resize and position the circle mask over the face. Resize and position the circle mask over the face. Resize and position the circle mask over the face.
    Mask the Blur

  4. Add Keyframes (If Necessary)

    • Add keyframes to the blur effect to track movement if necessary.
    Add keyframes to the blur effect to track movement if necessary.
    Add Keyframes (If Necessary)
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Tips

  • Use the search bar to quickly find the blur effect.
  • Adjust the blur slider to control the intensity of the blur.
  • Keyframing is crucial for blurring faces in moving videos.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Blurring the wrong area

Reason: Improper selection of the face or accidental inclusion of other parts of the image.
Solution: Carefully adjust the selection tool to precisely target only the face before applying the blur.

2. Using too strong or weak a blur

Reason: An overly strong blur can make the face unrecognizable, while a weak blur may be ineffective.
Solution: Experiment with different blur intensity levels until you achieve the desired level of privacy.

FAQs

Can I blur faces in CapCut on a mobile device?
Yes! CapCut's blur tool is available on both iOS and Android mobile apps, making it easy to edit videos on the go.
How do I adjust the blur intensity in CapCut?
After selecting the blur tool, you'll usually find a slider or control to adjust the strength of the blur. Experiment to find the level of blurring that best suits your needs. A stronger blur will obscure the face more completely.